Mayflower Gardens Residential Living
Independent Living · Lancaster, CA

Mayflower Gardens Residential Living

Independent Living · Lancaster, CA

Overview of Mayflower Gardens Residential Living

Mayflower Gardens Residential Living offers independent living in Lancaster, California. Residents live in private apartments with community services and no daily care. One bedroom and two bedroom options can suit someone living alone or a couple moving together. The community may be a good fit for someone who wants apartment living while managing daily care independently.

Mayflower Gardens opened in 1965. Briana Larkin is the director, and Retirement Housing Foundation is the owner. The community is wheelchair accessible, so residents who use wheelchairs can use its accessible spaces.

A full service beauty salon, pool, fitness center, large library, game room and craft room give residents places for grooming, exercise, reading, games and creative activities on site. Scheduled bus transportation is available for community errands or appointments when residents need a ride, and pets are allowed. The area has a Walk Score of 48, placing it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #427 / 630Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 427th out of 630 independent living communities we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$1,315/Month

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Languages Spoken

Language Assistance Services Available

Additional Services

3 services
TransportationListed as: Scheduled bus transportation · Offsite shopping transportation (55+ locations, four days per week)
MaintenanceListed as: Utilities included (electricity, gas, water, trash, sewer)
Utilities Included

Additional Policies & Features

Pets AllowedPet fee/deposit applies.
Minimum Age55 Years Old

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Salon
Library
Game Room
Computers
Fitness Center
Bbq Area
Swimming Pool
Laundry
Garden
Cable Tv
Convenience Store
Boutique Shop
Wide Shared Covered Patio
Miles of Sidewalks
65-Acre Campus
Wide Lawns and Full-Grown Trees
Activities
Excursions and Trips
Parties and Events
Volunteering
Arts & Crafts

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
In-Room Features
In-Unit Kitchen With Appliances Ceiling Fan In Living Room

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Mayflower Gardens Residential Living

Studio floor plan
Mayflower Gardens Residential Living, independent living in Lancaster, CA — Floor plan of a one-bedroom apartment layout
1 Bedroom Deluxe, Den, 2 Baths floor plan
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths floor plan
Mayflower Gardens Residential Living, independent living in Lancaster, CA — Floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment layout

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lancaster's city center to Mayflower Gardens Residential Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Programs that may help with care and living costs in California

Mayflower Gardens Residential Living is in Lancaster, California. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Homeowner tax relief

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Who it is for
California homeowners 62+, or blind or disabled, with limited income who want to defer property taxes
Income limit
2026 · For the 2026–2027 application cycle, 2025 total household income must not exceed $57,002.
Asset limit
At least 40% equity in the home is required; a reverse mortgage disqualifies participation.

Eligibility

General
California homeowner age 62+ or blind or disabled who occupies the property as a principal residence and meets all program conditions.
CA specifics
Applications for the 2026–2027 cycle run October 1 2026 through February 10 2027; limited funding is first come, first served.

What it provides

  • Deferral of eligible property taxes secured by a lien; 5% simple annual interest accrues and repayment is triggered by specified events. This is a loan-like deferral; not a grant.
Energy assistance

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Who it is for
Income-eligible California households responsible for home energy costs
Income limit
2026 · Published 2026 monthly limits: $3,331.66 for one person; $4,356.83 for two; $5,382 for three; larger households use the CSD table.

Eligibility

General
California households meeting local LIHEAP eligibility and prioritization rules; energy costs and household vulnerability are considered.
CA specifics
Apply through the local provider. Funds are limited and assistance is prioritized under program rules.

What it provides

  • One-time energy-bill help; eligible crisis assistance and weatherization; award amounts depend on program rules and available funds.
In-home & community support

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Who it is for
Medi-Cal members 60+ who meet nursing-facility level of care and can be served at home
Asset limit
For affected non-MAGI Medi-Cal categories, the 2026 countable-asset limit is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 for each additional eligible family member (up to ten people). Exclusions and spousal protections apply.

Eligibility

General
Adults age 60+ with a qualifying Medi-Cal aid code who meet nursing-facility level-of-care criteria and can be served in the community.
CA specifics
Enrollment and a team-developed plan are required. The current program age is 60, not 65.

What it provides

  • Care management and authorized support such as adult day care; respite; personal care; meals; transportation and minor home modifications.
In-home support

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Who it is for
Californians who are aged, blind or disabled and need help to stay safely at home
Asset limit
For affected non-MAGI Medi-Cal categories, the 2026 countable-asset limit is $130,000 for one person plus $65,000 for each additional eligible family member (up to ten people). Exclusions and spousal protections apply.

Eligibility

General
California residents who are aged, blind or disabled (including eligible children) and need assistance to remain safely in their own home; Medi-Cal eligibility and health certification are required.
CA specifics
A county social worker assesses tasks and authorized hours; the recipient generally hires and supervises a provider.

What it provides

  • Authorized in-home assistance with daily needs; the approved hours depend on the county assessment and applicable program limits.
Cash support for qualifying nonmedical residential care

SSI/SSP Nonmedical Out-of-Home Care Support

California SSI/SSP — Nonmedical Out-of-Home Care (NMOHC)

Who it is for
SSI/SSP-eligible Californians 65+, or blind or disabled, living in licensed nonmedical residential care
Income limit
Countable income and living arrangement affect eligibility and payment; SSA makes the determination.
Asset limit
Countable-resource limits are $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Cash support for California residents age 65+ or blind or disabled who meet SSA eligibility rules and have a qualifying nonmedical residential living arrangement.
CA specifics
The nonmedical out-of-home-care category must be verified.

What it provides

  • Combined federal SSI and California SSP cash support. From January 1; 2026; the individual licensed-facility NMOHC maximum payment standard is $1,626.07/month before countable-income reductions. This is not an extra payment on top of regular SSI/SSP or a guarantee of full facility fees.
Cash support for qualifying immigrants, including residential care

Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants

California Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)

Who it is for
Immigrants 65+, or blind or disabled, in California who cannot get SSI because of immigration status
Income limit
Income must meet the CAPI payment standard for the person’s living arrangement; the county determines the individual award.
Asset limit
Countable-resource limits are $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple.

Eligibility

General
Cash support for California residents age 65+ or blind or disabled who meet CAPI immigration rules and cannot receive SSI/SSP solely because of immigration status.
CA specifics
County staff review proof of SSI/SSP ineligibility. A residential payment category requires its own determination.

What it provides

  • State-funded monthly cash assistance with payment standards equivalent to SSI/SSP; including a qualifying nonmedical out-of-home-care category. Actual payments vary; Medi-Cal and IHSS require separate applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mayflower Gardens Residential Living

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What languages are spoken at Mayflower Gardens Residential Living?
The team at Mayflower Gardens Residential Living speaks Language Assistance Services Available.
02 Is Mayflower Gardens Residential Living in a walkable area?
Mayflower Gardens Residential Living has a walk score of 48. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
03 Does Mayflower Gardens Residential Living have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Mayflower Gardens Residential Living on this page.
04 Are pets allowed at Mayflower Gardens Residential Living?
Yes, Mayflower Gardens Residential Living allows residents to bring their pets.
05 What is the best email address for Mayflower Gardens Residential Living?
The team at Mayflower Gardens Residential Living can be reached at mayflowergardens@rhf.org.
06 How much does Mayflower Gardens Residential Living cost per month?
Pricing at Mayflower Gardens Residential Living starts at $750 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
07 Are there photos of Mayflower Gardens Residential Living?
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